Implement prescribed fire on approx. 7,600 acres to reduce ground fuel accumulations, tree densities, and ladder fuels. Reduce canopy biomass to historical levels, improve timber stand resistance to disease and insects, and improve wildlife forage.
Location
Area east of Forest road 40 from the junction of the 40 and 44 road. North of Monument Ridge. NW of Indian Tom Trail. South of road 43.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
11/17/2010
2
Decision
02/2012 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2012 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels) |
| Wenatchee Prescribed Fire Project | Decision Signed Date: 02/22/2012 |
| Forests | Umatilla National Forest |
| Districts | Pomeroy Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T7N, R43E, Sections 1-6 and 8-12; T7N, R44E, Sections 6 and 7; and T8N, R43E, Sections 31-35 |